'We must be the only club in history to start the season under pressure despite winning the league and another trophy (the League Cup),' Strachan told the BBC.

'We are not panicking. Competitive players need competitive games and we don't take friendlies seriously.'

'We gave away a couple of chances...but luckily we have a good goalkeeper and good defence. So we are very happy with the opening win.'

In an ill-tempered match against Hearts, Dunfermline had defender Andy Tod sent off. Their assistant manager Craig Robertson was also sent to the stand.

Hibernian drew 1-1 with Aberdeen, Dundee United were beaten 2-1 at home to Falkirk, while promoted St Mirren began their campaign with a 2-1 victory at Inverness Caledonian Thistle thanks to a double from striker John Sutton.